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Host
Stewart McLaurin
Guest
Shea McEnerney, historic preservationist and Next-Gen Leader
Date
5/27/22
Duration
16 minutes

Charleston holds hints and clues to the formative years of the ambitious young Irishman James Hoban and his dream to make his mark in building and designing in the United States. Join Stewart McLaurin, President of the White House Historical Association and Historic Preservationist and Next-Gen Leader Shea McEnerney as they explore the Southern seaport to uncover the influences and legacy of the architect of one of the most famous residences in the world.

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Stewart McLaurin, host

President of the White House Historical Association

As President of the White House Historical Association Stewart McLaurin leads the nonpartisan, nonprofit in its mission to preserve, protect, and provide access to White House history. As a lifelong student of history, Stewart is an avid reader and storyteller. His first book, White House Miscellany was published this past year and he authors a quarterly column in the White House History Journal. Drawing on his own experiences, relationships, and knowledge he provides listeners with a front row seat to history at the White House.